Leader Lunch with Museum of Ventura County's Elena Brokaw
Join Elena Brokaw, Barbara Barnard Smith, CEO of the Museum of Ventura County, for a special oral history presentation. Drawing from the Museum’s extensive archives, original research, and decades of collected stories, Elena will weave together a compelling narrative that brings Ventura County’s past to life.
This presentation will highlight the power of oral history as a living record, connecting personal stories, community memory, and historical context to illuminate how Ventura County has been shaped over time. Through rarely shared archival material and thoughtfully curated storytelling, attendees will experience history not as static facts, but as a dynamic and human story that continues to influence our present.
Following lunch will be a behind-the-scenes tour of Museum Ventura County
July 21, 2026
11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Join us for the BIG REVEAL PARTY!
08.20.26 | 3p-5p | VC Office of Education
For years, VCLA has helped people in our community discover their potential, strengthen their skills, and lead with purpose. Now, we’re taking the next step forward with a bold new name that better reflects who we are, what we do, and where we’re headed.
Leadership Has a New Name. And we can’t wait to share it with you!
Mix & Mingle with the New Class
Join us for our no-host Welcome Mixer with the incoming class.
Alumni - Invite your fellow cohort members and make it a reunion! There are 3 dates to choose from, or come to all of them.
Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2026
Ventura Coast Brewing Company
in Ventura
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2026
Twisted Oak Tavern
in Camarillo
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Thursday, Sept. 3, 2026
Pedals & Pints Brewing Company
in Thousand Oaks
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Leader Lunch with Geoff Green, CEO of CalNonprofits
Join us at the Camarillo Library, where Geoff will offer insights into state and federal policies impacting our community's nonprofits and the residents of Ventura County. He'll also discuss nonprofit advocacy and why the most trusted sector of our community is so often left out of policy decisions. Whether you are a nonprofit leader, board member, volunteer, or concerned citizen, don't miss out on this opportunity to hear about this important issue from one of the state's leaders in the nonprofit world.
October 20, 2026
11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Leader Lunch - More Information Coming Soon!
Join Ventura County Leadership Academy on Tuesday, November 10, 2026. Network with VCLA’s vast network of alumni and community leaders and hear from subject matter experts on issues impacting our county, while you help build a more connected county.
November 10, 2026
11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Leader Lunch - Host a lunch!
Join Ventura County Leadership Academy on Wednesday, January 20, 2027. Network with VCLA’s vast network of alumni and community leaders and hear from subject matter experts on issues impacting our county, while you help build a more connected county.
January 20, 2027
11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Leader Lunch - More Information Coming Soon!
Join Ventura County Leadership Academy on Wednesday, March 24, 2027. Network with VCLA’s vast network of alumni and community leaders and hear from subject matter experts on issues impacting our county, while you help build a more connected county.
March 24, 2027
11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
24th Annual Journey to Leadership Awards Luncheon
Ventura County Leadership Academy's Journey to Leadership Awards luncheon is the premier Ventura County event, recognizing leaders in the business, education, non-profit, and public sectors who have made an exceptional impact in our community.
April 29, 2027
11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Serra Center, Camarillo
Leader Lunch - Host a lunch!
Join Ventura County Leadership Academy on Wednesday, May 26, 2027. Network with VCLA’s vast network of alumni and community leaders and hear from subject matter experts on issues impacting our county, while you help build a more connected county.
May 26, 2027
11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Leader Lunch - Host a lunch!
Join Ventura County Leadership Academy on Wednesday, June 23, 2027. Network with VCLA’s vast network of alumni and community leaders and hear from subject matter experts on issues impacting our county, while you help build a more connected county.
June 23, 2027
11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.